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Broussonetia

Broussonetia

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A group of trees and shrubs like the paper mulberry from Asia and Polynesia that people use to make paper
  • noun
  • /bruːˈsɒnɪtiə/
  • Specialized
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  • The bark of Broussonetia is widely used for making traditional paper in Asia.

Examples

  • Many artisans prefer Broussonetia for its strong fibers.

  • Researchers are studying the growth patterns of Broussonetia in new climates.

  • Some species of Broussonetia are valued for their fibrous stems.

  • The Broussonetia tree is often used in traditional papermaking.

  • The bark of Broussonetia is widely used for making traditional paper in Asia.

  • Many artisans prefer Broussonetia for its strong fibers.

  • Some species of Broussonetia are valued for their fibrous stems.

Surface Forms

Broussonetia singular
Broussonetias plural

Etymology

The word Broussonetia is named after a French plant scientist, Broussonet, with the name ending -ia, so it means 'Broussonet's plant'. Many species are the paper mulberry used to make traditional paper, so you can remember Broussonetia as 'Broussonet's paper tree'.